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Exterior
A wooden deck leading to a beach with a gazebo and a tree.
A coastal landscape with mature trees, a grassy area, and a view of the sea.
Beach
front porch - dining table is on far end

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Panacea, FL
  • Place, beach near Summer Camp Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, FSU Coastal & Marine Lab
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Wilson Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

+1
4 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Master BR 1

1 King Bed

Master BR #2

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Back bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Shower only

Downstairs bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Your family tradition begins here.

Waterfront vacation home built in 1930s, right on the Gulf. Well-chosen updates make it clean and modern, while retaining old-world charm: solid windows downstairs flood the house w light and provide views of passing dolphins and diving pelicans. The open kitchen lets you watch the kids playing on the sandbars while you're cooking. The outdoor shower under the oak trees with Gulf view? - doesn't get much better than that!

Our sleeping porch upstairs means fun for kids old and young. Four more cozy BRs make this charming home perfect for your family reunion or peaceful getaway.
If you can tear yourself away, go explore nearby fishing villages of Carrabelle and Panacea, historic Apalachicola, and the spectacular wide beaches of St George Island.
Just under a one-hour drive from Tallahassee Airport.
Air conditioned. Washer and dryer.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
All garbage MUST be placed in our BEAR-PROOF CAN BY THE HIGHWAY. NO GARBAGE LEFT OUTSIDE BY THE HOUSE.
$79 renters policy required.
Kindly respect our 12-person maximum.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1509261vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Panacea

Located in Panacea, this holiday home is on the beach. St. James Bay Golf Club and Bayside Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bald Point State Park and Ochlockonee River State Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching and wildlife walks.
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Panacea, FL

What's nearby

  • beach near Summer Camp Beach - 3 min drive - 4.7 km
  • FSU Coastal & Marine Lab - 3 min drive - 4.7 km
  • beach near Turkeypoint Road - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Wilson Beach - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Bald Point State Park - 9 min drive - 12.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Angelo & Son's Seafood - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Crooked River Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Aligator Point Tiki Bar - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪The Wharf Express - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Alligator Point Yacht Basin - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Your family tradition begins here. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Your family tradition begins here.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Your family tradition begins here.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your family tradition begins here.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Your family tradition begins here. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Panacea holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Alligator Harbor Aquatic Preserve and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Wilson Beach. Shell Hammock and FSU Coastal & Marine Lab are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

R S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and private beach house like grandma had

This 1930’s style house is well-kept and straight out of old Florida beach experience. With a great back porch view of the lawn to the beach, we really enjoyed our week there. A short walk to a private on-beach, covered deck provided a very nice beach experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2023
You were a dream renter! Come back any time! So glad you liked our house.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is old school cool on the Forgotten Coast. We had 6 adults and 6 kids and there was plenty of room for us all. The ocean view is awesome as it's just steps away from the house. Love the area's undeveloped feel. It's a great place to just get away from it all and relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2025
So happy you enjoyed your stay! You and your family are welcome back any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Misty L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great homey location

Perfect location for a low key family get together. Very comfortable and quiet location with all we needed to prepare family dinners, play cards and relax on the beach. Plenty of room to travel with extended family thanks to the kids room with 5 beds. Owners are easy to contact if needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2023
Thank you Misty! Hope you and your family make it back to St Teresa soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house and great vacation!

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Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2023
Thank you Jay! We hope to see you back there soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Vacay!

Quaint home right on your own private beach!! We rented kayaks and paddle boards. We had a fabulous time with our entire family. Played games, cooked dinners together, sat by the beach.....it was wonderful!! Plenty of room for everyone! We will be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2024
So happy you were happy. We would love to host you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A step back in time

This was the most relaxing vacation property we have ever stayed at. Such beautiful views and scenery in such a unique setting. It was a step back in time, which was truly appreciated by all of us. The house and surroundings were a true picture of my vision when reading novels like Sullivan’s Island. The gazebo was everyone’s favorite place. We hope to return soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Riggio’s Family getaway-2021

It was a great week. Twelve of our family members spent time on the beach fishing and taking walks. The gazebo allows you to be near the beach without walking in the sand if that is what you prefer. The owner was always available When I had questions or concerns. Thank you, Tracy! Kathy Riggio Murphysboro, Il
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2023
Kathy, it was a pleasure having you and your family stay at our house. So glad you enjoyed it.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Getaway!

This was absolutely the best place we've ever stayed! There were 10 of us and we ranged in age from 2 to 70. Great fit for everyone and the proximity to the beach was wonderful. Every adult (6) entered the house saying "Wow, this is great!" There was plenty of room for all, and no one complained about anything. We stayed a week and only ate out one meal. When we realized we were going to run out of garbage space in the bear proof can, Tracy and her brother came up with a solution. My daughter said it was awesome and my daughter in law said it was the most relaxed she'd been her entire furlough. It was great to have all our family in one house since this was the first time we were all together in 4 years. We plan to stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Beachfront Vacation

We had an amazing time on our vacation. The house was very spacious and homey. Lots of bedrooms and never felt crowded with our group. The AC was nice and cold. Lots of bathrooms with great water pressure. There were two refrigerators in the kitchen which worked out great since we traveled with two family’s. Every morning we walked out to the gazebo to enjoy the beautiful beachfront views. It was so easy to relax in the shade of the gazebo while the kids enjoyed playing in the sand and water. The beach is very private and just the local residents are on it. It has a very friendly welcoming feel to the beach and surrounded by nature. The waters are calm and easy to play in with small kids. There are also sandbars to you can walk out and fish off the beach. The beach is in the backyard so we could easily enjoy it throughout the day and evening without having to tote a bunch of stuff. The hosts were great and helpful. We look forward to revisiting again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2023
Thank you Susanne! That is exactly what St Teresa is all about. We hope to see you again soon! Tracy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. We messaged about one thing and it was something out of their control. They apologized and were super great about it. The house was perfect for our family and the gazebo outside was amazing to sit on. The beach has a little erosion, but that’s on the entire island and it wasn’t a problem at all to deal with. I would stay at this place again, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

If you want to take a step back from today’s reality , this is the place. Peaceful, relaxing, beautiful & old fashioned. This is the perfect place to unwind. We enjoyed our stay immensely!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

back to school vacation

This property is basically on its own private beach with a few other houses. The house set up with beds and furnishings was ideal for our large gathering. Kitchen had everything we needed and with the out door shower we were all able to get ready easily. We sat on the dock over looking the beach and ocean each evening watching the storms rolling in and it was heaven. If your looking to go out to eat your looking at driving 20 to 45 mins so plan to cook at home some nights. We loved our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Beach Vacation

Had a great time. Even with 3 solid days of rain the house had enough spaces for people to get away in order not to get stir crazy. The outdoor deck is fantastic!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2023
Thank you Kimberly, we really enjoyed having you at our house. Hope to see you again some time soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great, quite area

This home was perfect for our family of 7, but we were blown away by the privacy. The area was quite and a majority of time throughout the week, we had the whole beach to ourselves without another person in sight for miles. We may have seen a total of about 50 people the entire week, including Labor Day. We loved St Teresa and will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terrie V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded Haven!

Our family really enjoyed our stay. Plenty of space, beautiful lawn leading to the coveted outdoor space. We were blessed with the best weather, light coastal breeze With clean beach. Plan meals and go prepared with ingredients but if you forget something, there are several stores within 15 minute drive. Have fun, we hope to make this our annual summer family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2023
We are so happy to hear that, Terrie. See you in 2021!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it

Great
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Time!

We absolutely loved the house and the property! The deck on the beach is such a fantastic place to spend a week! Thanks again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2023
Thanks so much Jenny, really happy you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simplicity at its best!

Perfect house for a relaxing easy getaway. We loved the front porch and the gazebo.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2023
Thanks so much Catherine! Come back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquility!

Such a beautiful home! Loved the peacefulness and privacy of this beachfront home. It was a perfect destination for our family vacation. Tracy was great. I will definitely be staying here again. Thank you again, Tracy, for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2023
Nicole, you are welcome any time! Thanks for the review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful old cottage that feels like home.

This is one of the most comfortable beach homes we have ever stayed in and we have stayed in quite a few over the years. Such a warm lived in feeling. Felt like we were home as soon as we walked in. We love spending time relaxing on the less develop, less crowded beaches and this certainly has made the top of our list. The Forgotten Coast of Florida is one of our favorite places to visit and this old Florida cottage was perfect. The yard is shaded and there are lots of trees around, trees right up to the edge of the sand. We spent a lot of time relaxing on the deck/gazebo which is close to the waters edge. The shade the gazebo provided was perfect for staying out of the sun while still being out on the beach. With the constant gulf breeze it was very comfortable. The weather was perfect while we were there. The water was wonderful and we spent a big part of our time swimming and paddle boarding. The water was calm enough to enjoy paddle sports right from the beach. It was close enough to Apalachicola that we spent a day there. It is a great coastal community to explore and shop. We also took a day trip to St. George Island and explored St. George Island State Park. It is a beautiful park. The hosts were very easy to work with and a pleasure talking to. We hope to visit again soon and will definitely be looking to see if this lovely cottage is available! Thanks guys!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay. Please come back any time! We loved having you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Misty L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, quite, private, relaxing

Beautiful home and location. It was so comfortable with a real “home away from home” feeling. The house is exactly as described and is right on the beach with a shady, grass lawn between the house and beach. The covered deck at the beach was wonderful. The owners are as nice as they can be and very easy to work with. We would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2023
Hi Misty, so glad you liked it. We hope you come stay with us again!

About the host

Hosted by Tracy Williamson

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We are a brother and sister, third generation owners. We think of ourselves as stewards to this cherished family home where we spent all of our childhood summers, as did our father.

Why they chose this property

St Teresa is a magical place to all the families like ours who have been lucky enough to spend time there. We never get tired of the light, the views, the fact that little children can wade out in the shallow water and gentle waves. We hope you fall in love with it too.

What makes this property unique

Lots of beds. Open kitchen. Only house on the beach with a covered deck right by the water.

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